1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1988 Nissan Micra is newer by 22 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 40 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1988 Nissan Micra.
Because 1966 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 1966 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Micra, 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, 1966 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 1988 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |
