1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 54 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 300 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |