1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
