1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 55 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Prius (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 619 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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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, 2013 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 45 L |
