1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 60 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40.
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, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz 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 | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 42 L |