1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 40 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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300.
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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (206 Nm). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 90 | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 90 | B2300 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |