1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 36 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 500 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.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante 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 | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | Levante |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2230 mm |
