1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1960 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1960 Nissan Cedric is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Nissan Cedric (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Nissan Cedric (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1960 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
