1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1975 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1975 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A 95 (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 1975 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 95 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2030 mm |
