1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 314 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |