1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 40 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 306 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano II 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 | 1996 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
