1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1968 Nissan Cedric is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
