1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 868 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 30 | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 30 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 4029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 74 L |
