1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1983 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1983 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, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 1983 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
