1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude is newer by 34 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 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude 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 15 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude.
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, 1984 Honda Prelude, 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, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude 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 | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
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 | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |