1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 16 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 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1969 DAF 44. 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 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Austin | DAF |
| Model | A 40 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
