1954 Austin A vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1982 Toyota Starlet is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A | Starlet |
Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2310 mm |