1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 47 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 532 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 50 L |
