1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 370 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
