1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 38 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 1030 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 2000 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 2000 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2290 mm |
