1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1994 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 46 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 165 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, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 100 NX 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 | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | 100 NX |
Year Released | 1948 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |