1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1979 Nissan Stanza is newer by 23 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, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza 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 365 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
