1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 45 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 775 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 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| 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 | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| 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 | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
