1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 360 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1985 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Daihatsu Rocky 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 | 1985 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 40 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
