1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1999 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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 Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 75 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 1999 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, 1999 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, 1961 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 1999 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 55 | Terios |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |