1953 Austin A 90 vs. 1976 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1976 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 23 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, 1976 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-3.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 1976 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
