1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 59 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1949 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90. 2008 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 135 L |
