1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 52 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 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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 40 kg more than 2004 Honda Z.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1952 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Z |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
