1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 54 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada 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 40 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada 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 | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 106 L |
