1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1983 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Corsa (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |