1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 53 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 484 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2960 mm |
