1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 54 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Echo (115 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo.
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, 2005 Toyota Echo, 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 Echo (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Echo 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 | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Echo |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 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 | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |