1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 41 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 800 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 1993 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 1993 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |