1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Daihatsu Altis
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 54 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 450 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 1948 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 1948 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Altis, 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, 2002 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Altis 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 | 2002 Daihatsu Altis | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 40 | Altis |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
