1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz 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 Vitz (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz 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 90 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
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 Vitz, 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 Vitz (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40. 1999 Toyota Vitz has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Vitz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
