1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 46 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1853 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 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 93 L |