1961 Austin A vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 39 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1961 Austin A 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
