1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,462 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 4750 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 5510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
