1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1993 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 31 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 600 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.
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, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Lexcen 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 | 1993 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2740 mm |