1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
To start off, 2001 Nissan Moco is newer by 52 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Moco (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Moco should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Moco weights approximately 100 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, 2001 Nissan Moco, 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, 1949 Austin A 40 (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Moco |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
