1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 57 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 155 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 2005 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2005 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Terios 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 | 2005 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Terios |
Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 46 L |