1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 56 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
