1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 342 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.
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, 2010 Nissan Qashqai, 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, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |