1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 41 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 958 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 40 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade 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 | 2003 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 40 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
