1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz is newer by 55 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
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, 2008 Toyota Tazz, 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, 2008 Toyota Tazz (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tazz 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 | 2008 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
