1961 Austin A vs. 1991 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1991 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 185 kg more than 1961 Austin A. 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, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 1991 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
