1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (231 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1128 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (363 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 30 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
