1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 616 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend, 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, 1993 Honda Legend (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
