1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1983 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1983 Nissan Micra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1983 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Austin A 95 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 1983 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 95 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
