1953 Austin A 90 vs. 1969 Mazda Familia

To start off, 1969 Mazda Familia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1953 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Austin A 90 1969 Mazda Familia
Make Austin Mazda
Model A 90 Familia
Year Released 1953 1969
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2658 cc 985 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 87 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2200 mm


 

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