1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 62 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 714 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 2010 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |