1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2002 Toyota Highlander 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Highlander (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 653 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 2002 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander 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, 2002 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 73 L |
