1966 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 31 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 29 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 302 kg more than 1966 Austin A 90.
Because 1966 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 1966 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol, 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, 1966 Austin A 90 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
