1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 52 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, 2003 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life 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 180 kg more than 2003 Honda Life.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Life |
Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |