1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1959 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 35 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 87 L |
