1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 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 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40.
Because 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
