1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2003 Nissan Xterra is newer by 55 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 610 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.
Because 2003 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra 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, 2003 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Xterra 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 | 2003 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Xterra |
Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |