1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 50 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1179 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 1961 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 76 L |