1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1972 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 400 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 40 | 1972 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |