1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 46 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2011 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 90 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1391 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |