1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 95 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
