1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2002 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 376 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2002 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 2002 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 30 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 46 L |
