1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 55 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 960 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 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V 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 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |