1955 Austin A 30 vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 802 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 180 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 30 | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 30 | Naked |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 37 L |
