1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 43 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, 1993 Mazda 626 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90.
Because 1993 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 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, 1950 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
