1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1989 Nissan Micra is newer by 38 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 1,235 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Micra (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Micra 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 265 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Because 1951 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Nissan Micra (96 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Micra 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 | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
