1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 470 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 2008 Nissan Qashqai has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Qashqai will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |