1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 760 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 35 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |
