1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 52 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Because 1959 Austin A 90 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 1959 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke, 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke 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 | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 90 | Juke |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |