1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 61 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1031 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey 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 | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
