1952 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 440 kg more than 1952 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 90 | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 90 | Terrano |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |