1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1970 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Daihatsu Consorte (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 40 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Consorte.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 1970 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 40 | Consorte |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
