1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 51 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 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 608 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 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (280 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
