1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 46 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 594 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.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 1999 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Xterra 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 | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Xterra |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |