1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 58 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Aygo (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
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, 2008 Toyota Aygo, 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, 2008 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Aygo 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 | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |
