1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1983 Nissan Prairie is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 215 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Prairie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Nissan Prairie (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1983 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Prairie |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2520 mm |