1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 40 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 1966 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 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 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
