1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 58 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5, 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90. 2012 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2751 mm |
