1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 80 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 YRV | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | YRV |
Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |