1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 315 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 70 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
