1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1948 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
