1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra is newer by 42 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 595 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 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 100 L |
