1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 44 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 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 585 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2606 cc |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1345 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
