1966 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 32 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 150 kg more than 1966 Austin A 90. 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, 1998 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 90 | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 90 | MPV |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |