1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 45 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 90 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |