1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (206 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 570 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (212 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 65 L |
