1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 259 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. 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 1958 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, 1958 Austin A 40 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 40 | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Taft |
Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2030 mm |