1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 49 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1285 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 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 96 L |
