1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1994 Honda Prelude is newer by 42 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Prelude weights approximately 235 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, 1994 Honda Prelude, 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, 1994 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Prelude 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 | 1994 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |