1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (68 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 360 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 40 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2030 mm |
