1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 50 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 1,243 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (76 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz 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 46 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz.
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, 2005 Honda Jazz, 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, 2005 Honda Jazz (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Jazz 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 | 2005 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
