1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 42 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 1005 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 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup 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 | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2960 mm |
