1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 400 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 40 | Terios II |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 50 L |
