1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 DAF 66
To start off, 1972 DAF 66 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 DAF 66 (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 40 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1972 DAF 66.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1949 Austin A 40 (80 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1949 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 1972 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Austin | DAF |
| Model | A 40 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 42 L |
