1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 is newer by 47 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, 1958 Austin A 95 (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2005 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Austin A 95 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 95 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
