1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 12 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 32 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
