1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2004 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 688 kg more than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2004 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 135 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |
