1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 50 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 441 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3340 mm |
