1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1991 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 30 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 30 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 1961 Austin A 55 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Pulsar 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 | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 55 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
