1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Toyota Conquest
To start off, 1996 Toyota Conquest is newer by 36 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 1,973 cc, 1996 Toyota Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Conquest (174 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Conquest should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Conquest weights approximately 356 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota Conquest (135 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Conquest 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 | 1996 Toyota Conquest | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1973 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1116 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2740 mm |
