1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 260Z is newer by 19 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, 1975 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 260Z 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 220 kg more than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Austin | Datsun |
| Model | A 90 | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
