1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
