1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 50 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 980 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.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3270 mm |