1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1984 Nissan Sunny is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1984 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1952 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |