1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1978 Nissan Cedric

To start off, 1978 Nissan Cedric is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cedric (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 589 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Austin A 40 1978 Nissan Cedric
Make Austin Nissan
Model A 40 Cedric
Year Released 1958 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 1982 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 68 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 761 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2130 mm 2700 mm


 

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