1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2002 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 49 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (288 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 738 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, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti Q45 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 | 2002 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A 40 | Q45 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |