1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 52 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40.
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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 135 L |