1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Naked, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 40 | 2004 Daihatsu Naked | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Naked |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 60.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 37 L |