1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1972 Nissan Sunny is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Sunny (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Sunny (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
