1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1960 Austin A 90 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2160 mm |
