1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1975 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX-3 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1965 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, 1975 Mazda RX-3 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 40 | 1975 Mazda RX-3 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | RX-3 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 65 L |