1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 48 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1625 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (426 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 135 L |