1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon 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 2,260 cc, 2005 Mazda Marathon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Marathon (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Marathon should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 757 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 Marathon (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Marathon 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 Marathon | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | Marathon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2260 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 10 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1517 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 76 L |
