1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 50 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, 2006 Mazda 3 (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 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 186 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3.
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, 2006 Mazda 3 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 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 | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 90 | 3 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |