1948 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 70 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 70 | Terios II |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
