1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2000 Toyota Sienna is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 944 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna, 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 Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40. 2000 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 2000 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2910 mm |
