1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1991 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1991 Toyota Starlet is newer by 41 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1991 Toyota Starlet.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Starlet, 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, 1950 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1991 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Starlet |
Year Released | 1950 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |