1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 460 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 55 L |
