1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 55 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
