1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 50 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 845 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM 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 | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | MM |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 106 L |
