1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 61 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 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 290 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2, 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 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 | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2489 mm |
