1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 30 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 1,588 cc, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Sprinter (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 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 25 kg more than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
