1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 59 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 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 125 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
Because 1950 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
