1951 Austin A vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 500 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A | Taft |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
