1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 49 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 864 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 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
