1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1975 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 25 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 50 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1950 Austin A 40 (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1975 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Taft |
Year Released | 1950 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2030 mm |