1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Move is newer by 46 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, 1999 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Move 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 217 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Move.
Because 1953 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Move, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Daihatsu Move (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Move 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 | 1999 Daihatsu Move | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Move |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 37 L |