1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 45 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, 2001 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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 240 kg more than 2001 Honda Life.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Life |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
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 | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |