1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1981 Nissan Stanza 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 Stanza (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza 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 344 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
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 Stanza, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 70 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
