1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 43 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster 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 | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 55 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
