1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 28 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 460 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda 626 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 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 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | 626 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2620 mm |