1961 Austin A vs. 1984 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1984 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1984 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda RX-7 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A weights approximately 85 kg more than 1984 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1984 Mazda RX-7 (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 1984 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
