1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1977 Daihatsu Charmant

To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 24 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, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.

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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Austin A 40 1977 Daihatsu Charmant
Make Austin Daihatsu
Model A 40 Charmant
Year Released 1953 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1200 cc 1166 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 49 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89 mm 66 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 43 L


 

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