1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1993 Infiniti J30 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti J30, 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, 1993 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 1993 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | A 40 | J30 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 72 L |
