1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 51 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1424 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |