1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Honda CRX
To start off, 1993 Honda CRX is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda CRX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX, 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, 1993 Honda CRX (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 1993 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
