1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 51 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 610 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 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander, 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 Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander 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 | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 73 L |
