1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
