1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1977 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1977 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1956 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1977 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Taft |
Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2030 mm |