1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 452 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, 1994 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 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 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | 626 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |