1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 48 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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 212 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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 | 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 40 | U4 B |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
