1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo is newer by 42 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Echo (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 40 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Because 1957 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 1957 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo, 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, 1999 Toyota Echo (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Echo 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 | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Echo |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |