1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Daihatsu Feroza
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 28 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Feroza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza (95 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Feroza weights approximately 395 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Feroza 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, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza 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, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza (128 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Feroza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 1993 Daihatsu Feroza | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 40 | Feroza |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 60 L |
