1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 43 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 20 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 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1998 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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 | 1998 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Terios |
Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 46 L |