1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2002 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Move is newer by 41 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, 2002 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Move 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 305 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Move.
Because 1961 Austin A 55 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Move, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 2002 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 55 | Move |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
