1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 43 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 280 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. 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, 1997 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |