1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 40 | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Charade |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 36 L |