1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1993 Toyota MR2 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 589 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
