1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 53 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 325 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 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 79 L |