1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza is newer by 24 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
