1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1984 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 300 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
