1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1999 Nissan Maxima is newer by 33 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 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 583 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, 1999 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1999 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Maxima 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 | 1999 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
