1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Austin A 99 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 99 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
