1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 51 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 90 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |