1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 38 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 590 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 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 57 L |