1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 549 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Naked, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. 2001 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Austin A 90 | 2001 Daihatsu Naked | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 90 | Naked |
Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 60.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 37 L |