1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1999 Nissan C 52
To start off, 1999 Nissan C 52 is newer by 42 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan C 52 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan C 52 (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan C 52 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1999 Nissan C 52.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Nissan C 52 (354 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan C 52 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95. 1999 Nissan C 52 has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan C 52 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 1999 Nissan C 52 | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 95 | C 52 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1266 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
