1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 55 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Charade |
Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 740 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 36 L |