1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
