1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 56 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Terrano (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 830 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 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
