1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 1969 Toyota Century is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1961 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, 1969 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 1969 Toyota Century | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Century |
Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |