1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 49 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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion 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 310 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1957 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 40 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
