1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 34 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 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 550 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.
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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 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 | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |