1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 21 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
