1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 1986 Toyota Hilux is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Hilux (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 620 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux 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, 1986 Toyota Hilux (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1986 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
