1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 2008 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 135 | Terios |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2430 mm |