1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1998 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1998 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1998 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 35 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
