1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, 1986 Honda Legend is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 310 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend, 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, 1986 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1986 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
