1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 255 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |