1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 260 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1965 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 1981 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 40 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2030 mm |
