1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 390 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 1996 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
