1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1983 Honda Prelude is newer by 29 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1983 Honda Prelude.
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, 1983 Honda Prelude, 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, 1983 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1983 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |