1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Honda That
To start off, 2005 Honda That is newer by 53 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda That (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda That 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 170 kg more than 2005 Honda That.
Because 2005 Honda That 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, 2005 Honda That 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 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 2005 Honda That | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | That |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |