1951 Buick 40 vs. 1991 Honda Integra
To start off, 1991 Honda Integra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1991 Honda Integra.
Because 1951 Buick 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 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Integra, 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 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Integra. (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 1991 Honda Integra | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | 40 | Integra |
Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2560 mm |