1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 is newer by 38 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, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 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 150 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4.
Because 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 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, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 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, 1961 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 55 | SP-4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
