1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 62 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina 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 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Carina |
Year Released | 1948 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |