1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 62 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX 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 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A 40 | FX |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |