1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1965 DAF Daffodil
To start off, 1965 DAF Daffodil is newer by 12 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 15 more horse power than 1965 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1965 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1965 DAF Daffodil. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1965 DAF Daffodil | |
| Make | Austin | DAF |
| Model | A 40 | Daffodil |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 33 L |
