1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1993 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 970 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 40 | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2470 mm |
