1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (117 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 250 kg more than 1960 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
