1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 49 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 959 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX 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 | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A 40 | FX |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |