1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1983 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1951 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 1983 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 90 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2030 mm |
