1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 1300 | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | 1300 | 929 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |