1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 67 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1992 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1300 | Applause |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
