1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 380 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 1984 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky 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 | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 40 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
