1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1996 Nissan Primera is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 70 kg more than 1953 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera, 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, 1996 Nissan Primera (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 70 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
