1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2001 Nissan Xterra is newer by 46 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 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 550 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 2001 Nissan Xterra 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, 2001 Nissan Xterra 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, 2001 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40. 2001 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
