1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 42 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 569 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 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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 Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 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 | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |