1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1985 Toyota Model F is newer by 21 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Model F weights approximately 540 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, 1985 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Model F 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 | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2240 mm |
