1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 48 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 245 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 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avensis 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 | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
