1952 Austin A vs. 1995 Honda CRX
To start off, 1995 Honda CRX is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 925 kg more than 1995 Honda CRX.
Because 1952 Austin A 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda CRX, 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, 1952 Austin A (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 1995 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A | CRX |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
