1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1972 Mazda 110 S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 206 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1972 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2360 mm |
