1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 40 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 850 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 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |