1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1996 Nissan Stagea is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (187 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 506 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 60 | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 60 | Stagea |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |