1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 54 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, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade 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 260 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2006 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade 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 | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 40 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
