1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue is newer by 60 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 1435 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 2008 Nissan Rogue 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, 2008 Nissan Rogue 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, 2008 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Rogue 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 | 2008 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Rogue |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |