1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 40 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1982 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1955 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |