1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 53 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 816 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 73 L |
