1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 320 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 40 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
