1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra, 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, 1989 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1989 Honda Integra | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Integra |
Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |