1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2002 Toyota Sienna is newer by 42 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 945 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.
Because 1960 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Toyota Sienna (283 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Sienna 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 | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2910 mm |
