1952 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube, 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, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 90 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 90 | Cube |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1289 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |