1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 79 L |
