1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 1998 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 42 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 640 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 1998 Infiniti QX4 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, 1998 Infiniti QX4 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, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90. 1998 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 1998 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | A 90 | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
