1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 36 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 628 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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 | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |