1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Honda CRX
To start off, 1997 Honda CRX is newer by 42 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CRX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Honda CRX, 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 CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Honda CRX 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 | 1997 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
