1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 32 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 31 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
