1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 90 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Because 1955 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 90 | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2601 mm |
