1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1998 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1998 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 44 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 341 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1998 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 1998 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 70 | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |