1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 31 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 740 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 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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 | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
