1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 99 (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2008 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 99 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
