1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1970 Nissan Skyline is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Skyline (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 60 kg more than 1954 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, 1970 Nissan Skyline (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |