1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 61 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1115 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3030 mm |
