1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Titan 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 Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Titan | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Titan |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 106 L |