1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 43 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 75 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 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
