1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 45 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy 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 185 kg more than 2011 Mazda Premacy.
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, 2011 Mazda Premacy, 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, 1966 Austin A 90 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 90 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
