1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV, 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 2000 Daihatsu YRV | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | YRV |
Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |