1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 40 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | U4 B |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |