1951 Austin A vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 467 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit, 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, 2012 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A | Fit |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
