1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 43 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 680 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 2009 Nissan Frontier
Make Austin Nissan
Model A 40 Frontier
Year Released 1966 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1098 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 762 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 3690 mm 5580 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2220 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 29 L 80 L


 

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