1961 Austin A vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1991 Nissan Vanette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 285 kg more than 1961 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2080 mm |
