1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1954 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |