1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1976 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1961 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, 1976 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1976 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2480 mm |
