1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 40 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 636 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
