1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 49 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 756 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 73 L |
