1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1994 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 28 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 863 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 1994 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Nissan Terrano II (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Terrano II 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 | 1994 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |
