1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 43 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 570 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 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 100 L |