1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 40 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |