1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny

To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 31 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 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny.

Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Sunny (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny 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 1981 Nissan Sunny
Make Austin Nissan
Model A 40 Sunny
Year Released 1950 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1200 cc 1680 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 38 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 104 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 910 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2410 mm


 

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