1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1990 Nissan Santana is newer by 29 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Santana weights approximately 310 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 1961 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 1961 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Santana, 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, 1990 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Santana 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 | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2560 mm |
