1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 43 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
