1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 32 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 475 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.
Because 1964 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 1964 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina 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 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Carina |
Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 59 L |