1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2005 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, 1956 Austin A 40 (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |