1951 Austin A vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1835 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 96 L |
