1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Cuore (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Cuore, 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, 1952 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1989 Daihatsu Cuore | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Cuore |
Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2160 mm |