1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 56 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 417 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 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 90 | GT-R |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2779 mm |