1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 60 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 651 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima 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 | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
