1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Honda Logo

To start off, 1999 Honda Logo is newer by 47 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Logo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Logo (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Logo should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Honda Logo.

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, 1999 Honda Logo, 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, 1999 Honda Logo (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Logo 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 1999 Honda Logo
Make Austin Honda
Model A 40 Logo
Year Released 1952 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1199 cc 1343 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 41 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 79 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2370 mm