1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa, 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
