1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1991 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1991 Nissan Laurel is newer by 25 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 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 408 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.
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, 1991 Nissan Laurel (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Laurel 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 | 1991 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |