1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 2 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |