1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2004 Mazda Spiano is newer by 45 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 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Spiano (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Spiano should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Spiano weights approximately 20 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.
Because 1959 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Spiano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 40 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 2004 Mazda Spiano | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | Spiano |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2370 mm |