1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 50 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, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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 130 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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, 1949 Austin A 40 (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Naked |
Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 60.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 37 L |