1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 98 kg more than 1960 Austin A 99. 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 99 (224 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 99 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 73 L |
