1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 99 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
