1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 38 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1595 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 135 L |
