1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 58 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 651 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 2013 Infiniti G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G 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, 2013 Infiniti G (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G 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 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A 40 | G |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |