1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corona weights approximately 450 kg more than 1964 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Corona |
Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2590 mm |