1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 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 1950 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1950 Austin A 70 (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 70 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
