1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 59 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1351 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 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3221 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |