1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 266 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
