1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 49 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 628 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.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
