1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Mazda Demio
To start off, 1999 Mazda Demio is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Demio, 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, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 1999 Mazda Demio | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 90 | Demio |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2400 mm |