1958 Austin A135 vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 49 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 27 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A135 | Drifter |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2606 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 82 L |