1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 43 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Because 1963 Austin A 90 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 1963 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier, 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
