1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 80 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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, 1964 Austin A 40 (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 40 | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 40 | Naked |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 37 L |
