1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 44 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1178 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 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1938 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 76 L |
