1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 28 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 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corsa 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 157 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corsa 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 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1952 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |