1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cherry is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
