1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 53 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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade 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 250 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade 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 | 2003 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Charade |
Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 36 L |