1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 33 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 170 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.
Because 1962 Austin A 40 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 1962 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Applause 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 | 1995 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 40 | Applause |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
