1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 57 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, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti G25 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 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, 2012 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90. 2012 Infiniti G25 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 90 | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | A 90 | G25 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
