1966 Austin A 90 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 28 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 8 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
