1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 37 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 30 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira 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, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Mira |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 60.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |