1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 47 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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster 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 290 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
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, 1956 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 2003 Mazda Roadster has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 90 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |