1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 46 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 595 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 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |