1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 90 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 40 | 1987 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Charmant |
Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |