1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1969 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1969 Nissan Cedric is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 258 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1969 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
