1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 24 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 55 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Nissan Skyline (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Skyline 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 | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
