1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1990 Toyota Camry is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Camry (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Camry weights approximately 175 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry, 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, 1990 Toyota Camry (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Camry |
Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |