1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Almera is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Almera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Because 1953 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera, 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, 1953 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Almera |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
