1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 45 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, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira 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 204 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira 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, 1998 Daihatsu Mira 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, 1953 Austin A 40 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Mira |
Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 60.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 37 L |