1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 44 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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 320 kg more than 1998 Honda Today.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1954 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 1998 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Today |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |