1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 49 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 306 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |