1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 41 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 690 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 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |
