1956 Austin A 95 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 966 kg more than 1956 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 95 | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 95 | Quest |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |