1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 55 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan 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 | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 106 L |
