1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 260 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 70 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |