1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 626 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Mazda 626.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 90 | 626 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |