1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1978 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1978 Datsun 260Z is newer by 27 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 210 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Datsun 260Z 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 | 1978 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Austin | Datsun |
Model | A 40 | 260Z |
Year Released | 1951 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2581 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |