1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sunny is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1999 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 90 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |