1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 49 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 1,867 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40.
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, 2000 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |