1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 47 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 298 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 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX 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 | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |