1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 54 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 40 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Honda Z.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z 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, 1949 Austin A 40 (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Z |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 35 L |
