1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 41 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1635 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 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 96 L |