1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 60 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Fit weights approximately 113 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, 2013 Honda Fit, 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, 2013 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Fit 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 | 2013 Honda Fit | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Fit |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 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 | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |