1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 35 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 82 L |
