1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 47 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 353 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. 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, 1997 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1950 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1319 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |