1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1995 Nissan Sentra is newer by 41 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Sentra 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 70 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1954 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Nissan Sentra (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Sentra 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 | 1995 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |