1966 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Austin A 90 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
