1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 946 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 35 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1999 Honda Today.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1956 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 35 | Today |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
