1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 40 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 62 L |
