1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 58 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 155 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2007 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 2007 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Terios |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 46 L |