1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1983 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 22 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 500 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.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1983 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1983 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Blizzard 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 | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2030 mm |
