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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 953 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 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 (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 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 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |