1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Consorte (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 40 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1974 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 40 | Consorte |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
