1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1967 DAF 44 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 DAF 44 (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 DAF 44 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1967 DAF 44.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 DAF 44 (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Austin | DAF |
| Model | A 40 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2260 mm |
