1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 52 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz 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 17 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
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, 2008 Honda Jazz, 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 2008 Honda Jazz 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. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1013 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |