1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza 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 Venza | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Venza |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |