1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Move is newer by 52 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, 2002 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Move 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 151 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Move.
Because 1950 Austin A 40 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Move, 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, 2002 Daihatsu Move (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Move 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 | 2002 Daihatsu Move | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Move |
Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 37 L |