1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1985 Honda Jazz is newer by 35 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 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1985 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 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, 1950 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1985 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1950 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |