1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 37 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1078 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, 2003 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX 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 | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A 40 | FX |
Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2860 mm |