1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2003 Toyota Mark II is newer by 53 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 604 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 2003 Toyota Mark II 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, 2003 Toyota Mark II 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, 2003 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Mark II 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 | 2003 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
