1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Feroza
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 36 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Feroza weights approximately 75 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Feroza 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, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza 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, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Feroza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 40 | Feroza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
