1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 58 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 595 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra 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 | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 70 | Xterra |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1879 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |