1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 892 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1996 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
