1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Datsun Violet
To start off, 1976 Datsun Violet is newer by 22 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Datsun Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun Violet (81 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun Violet should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1976 Datsun Violet.
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, 1976 Datsun Violet (120 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Datsun Violet 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 | 1976 Datsun Violet | |
| Make | Austin | Datsun |
| Model | A 40 | Violet |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
