1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1986 Nissan Patrol is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol 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, 1986 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2980 mm |
