1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1954 Daihatsu Bee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 40 (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 516 kg more than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Bee |
Year Released | 1953 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2000 mm |