1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 99 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2030 mm |
