1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 1998 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 55 | Terios |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |