1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 42 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 1,308 cc, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 365 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 RX-8 (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 61 L |