1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1982 Nissan Stanza is newer by 32 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Stanza 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 86 kg more than 1982 Nissan Stanza.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Stanza, 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, 1982 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Stanza 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 | 1982 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
