1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Nissan Mid4
To start off, 1987 Nissan Mid4 is newer by 32 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Mid4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Mid4 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Mid4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Mid4 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Nissan Mid4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Mid4 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, 1987 Nissan Mid4 (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Mid4 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 | 1987 Nissan Mid4 | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Mid4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1210 mm |
