1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 47 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 715 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis 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 | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |