1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 30 | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 30 | Terios |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |