1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 60 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 1965 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 60 | Carol |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 45 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 30 L |
