1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Honda Integra
To start off, 1986 Honda Integra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 40 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Honda Integra.
Because 1957 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 1957 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Integra, 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 Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 1986 Honda Integra | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Integra |
Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |