1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 55 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), 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion 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 32 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion, 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, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Sirion 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 | 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 40 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| 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 | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 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 | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
