1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX is newer by 52 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 1249 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 2013 Infiniti JX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX 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, 2013 Infiniti JX (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti JX 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 | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | A 40 | JX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2901 mm |
