1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 42 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida (124 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 263 kg more than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
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, 2008 Nissan Tiida, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 52 L |
