1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 55 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 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, 2005 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, 2005 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 2005 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 74 L |
