1961 Austin A vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 46 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 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 865 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
