1961 Austin A vs. 1995 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1995 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (278 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1961 Austin A. 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, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A | 1995 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A | Q45 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 278 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |