1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 99 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
