1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 55 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 185 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |