1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 41 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today 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 322 kg more than 1994 Honda Today.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1953 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1994 Honda Today | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Today |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
