1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 665 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Austin A 35 2006 Toyota Tacoma
Make Austin Toyota
Model A 35 Tacoma
Year Released 1958 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 2688 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 34 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 68 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3800 RPM
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 690 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 3470 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 26 L 79 L


 

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