1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1971 Nissan Gloria is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1971 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 325 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
