1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Infiniti I
To start off, 2003 Infiniti I is newer by 50 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti I weights approximately 522 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 1953 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti I 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 | 2003 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | A 40 | I |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
