1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1981 Nissan Cherry is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry, 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, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 70 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
