1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Mazda 626
To start off, 2002 Mazda 626 is newer by 49 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, 2002 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 626 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 148 kg more than 2002 Mazda 626.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 626, 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, 1953 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 90 | 2002 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 90 | 626 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |