1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 54 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 640 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 35 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 79 L |