1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 48 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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 82 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2000 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 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 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 2000 Daihatsu YRV | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | YRV |
Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 36 L |