1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata

To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 35 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, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Austin A 90 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Make Austin Mazda
Model A 90 MX-5 Miata
Year Released 1963 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 1839 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1025 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1240 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 50 L


 

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