1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1977 Mazda 121
To start off, 1977 Mazda 121 is newer by 12 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 6 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1977 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 1977 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
