1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude, 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |