1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1981 Honda Ballade is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 40 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Because 1948 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 1948 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade, 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, 1981 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Ballade |
Year Released | 1948 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 80 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2330 mm |