1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Honda Z.
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 Z, 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, 1951 Austin A 40 (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1999 Honda Z | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Z |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 35 L |