1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 52 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 810 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 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
