1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2001 Mazda Roadster is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Roadster (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 305 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Mazda Roadster (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 2001 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2270 mm |