1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1989 Nissan Terrano is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 635 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 55 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
