1951 Austin A vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1952 Nissan Sports is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 860 cc, 1952 Nissan Sports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Nissan Sports weights approximately 65 kg more than 1951 Austin A.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Austin A (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A | Sports |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2160 mm |
