1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2004 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2004 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1950 Austin A 70 (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2004 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 70 | YRV |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 36 L |
