1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Honda Integra
To start off, 1987 Honda Integra is newer by 34 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Integra 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 12 kg more than 1987 Honda Integra.
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, 1987 Honda Integra, 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, 1987 Honda Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Integra 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 | 1987 Honda Integra | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Integra |
Year Released | 1953 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |