1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 30 | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 30 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 106 L |
