1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Austin A 55 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 1960 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626, 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, 1996 Mazda 626 (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 55 | 626 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |