1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
