1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1992 Toyota Paseo is newer by 40 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Paseo (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo 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 33 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Because 1952 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Toyota Paseo (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Paseo 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 | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Paseo |
Year Released | 1952 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |