1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
