1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 50 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1076 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 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 79 L |
