1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 52 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1954 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
