1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Nissan Sunny is newer by 48 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 190 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1998 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
