1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1991 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1991 Nissan Presea is newer by 42 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Presea (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Presea weights approximately 20 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 1949 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Nissan Presea (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Presea 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 | 1991 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Presea |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
