1969 Austin 1300 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 595 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Austin 1300, 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 Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
