1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Toyota Camry is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 210 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry, 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, 1988 Toyota Camry (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Camry |
Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |