1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 540 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 1967 Austin A 40 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 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius, 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, 2007 Toyota Prius (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Prius 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 Prius | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 45 L |
