1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 37 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, 1992 Daihatsu Domino (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Domino 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 405 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Domino.
Because 1955 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Domino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1992 Daihatsu Domino | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Domino |
Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 846 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |