1958 Austin A135 vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A135 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
