1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 90 (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
