1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 69 L |
