1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 48 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 3,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1490 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 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 80 L |
