1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1970 Honda N III is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 40 (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III, 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, 1954 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | N III |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 41 L |
