1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1972 Mazda Chante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1972 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
