1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 53 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, 1948 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1948 Austin A 90.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 90 | B2500 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2990 mm |