1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Terrano (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 330 kg more than 1959 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 90 | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
