1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 922 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 79 L |
