1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 762 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 30 L |
