1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1997 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Move is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 135 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 135 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 1954 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 1997 Daihatsu Move | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 135 | Move |
Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 846 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |