1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 530 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V, 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, 1999 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |