1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 59 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 40 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.

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, 2008 Honda Jazz, 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz 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 2008 Honda Jazz
Make Austin Honda
Model A 40 Jazz
Year Released 1949 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1198 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 38 HP 0 HP
Torque 80 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65.5 mm 73.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 42 L


 

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