1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 38 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1994 Honda Today.
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, 1994 Honda Today, 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, 1956 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Today |
Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |