1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 52 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 769 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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 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 | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | NP300 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 75 L |