1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 60 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 681 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, 2013 Infiniti G (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G 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 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A 40 | G |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |