1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 36 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 400 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 1962 Austin A 40 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 1962 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina, 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Carina 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 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Carina |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |