1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 148 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Sunny (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 40 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |