1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 45 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 420 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 Terrano (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 99 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 21.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
