1967 Austin 1300 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 702 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 79 L |
