1953 Austin A 110 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 110 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 1953 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1953 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (135 Nm). This means 1953 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 110 | 1989 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 110 | Applause |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2480 mm |
