1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 801 kg more than 1964 Austin A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Austin A 110 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 1964 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1964 Austin A 110 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 110 | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 110 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
