1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1992 Infiniti J30 is newer by 40 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 629 kg more than 1952 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, 1992 Infiniti J30 (261 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Infiniti J30 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 | 1992 Infiniti J30 | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A 40 | J30 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1601 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |