1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 39 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 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 955 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, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 | 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |