1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Austin A 40 2012 Infiniti FX
Make Austin Infiniti
Model A 40 FX
Year Released 1952 2012
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1199 cc 5026 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 41 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 79 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4400 RPM
Top Speed 113 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 2067 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4865 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1925 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2885 mm


 

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