1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (68 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 50 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 70 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |
