1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 35 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 38 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1966 Austin A 90.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Austin A 90 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2990 mm |
