1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2002 Mazda Spiano is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Spiano (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Spiano should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Mazda Spiano.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Spiano, 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, 1951 Austin A 40 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 2002 Mazda Spiano | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | Spiano |
Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 60.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |