1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant

To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.

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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Austin A 40 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
Make Austin Daihatsu
Model A 40 Charmant
Year Released 1950 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1200 cc 1407 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 38 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 912 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2340 mm


 

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