1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 Honda 1300
To start off, 1973 Honda 1300 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1973 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, 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, 1973 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1973 Honda 1300 | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1298 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |