1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 900 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Terrano |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |