1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 57 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 328 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 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |