1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 49 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1270 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 99 L |