1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1990 Nissan Pintara is newer by 24 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 398 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.
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, 1990 Nissan Pintara, 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, 1990 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Pintara 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 | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2560 mm |
