1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 70 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
