1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Sprinter (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 5 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1950 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |