1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 57 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
