1966 Austin A 90 vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Austin A 90 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
