1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1989 Nissan Prairie is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Prairie (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 220 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Prairie is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie 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, 1989 Nissan Prairie (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
