1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 46 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 128 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima.
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, 2012 Nissan Altima, 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 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 | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
