1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1974 Nissan Skyline is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1948 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
