1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 58 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40.
Because 2007 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 76 L |
