1964 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 99 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
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 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 99 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 99 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1065 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |
