1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 56 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 689 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX 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 | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A 40 | FX |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |