1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Honda Integra
To start off, 1993 Honda Integra is newer by 40 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), 1993 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Integra weights approximately 24 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 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, 1993 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Honda Integra | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Integra |
Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |