1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S is newer by 39 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-S should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota MR-S weights approximately 210 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, 1999 Toyota MR-S (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR-S 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 | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | MR-S |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 48 L |