1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 44 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 847 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 1966 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 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 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |
