1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 23 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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, 1979 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 (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 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 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Taft |
Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 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 |