1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 37 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1710 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 1998 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, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |