1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2000 Honda Avancier is newer by 43 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 2,252 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Avancier weights approximately 470 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Honda Avancier, 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, 2000 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40. 2000 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 2000 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2252 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| 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 | 1050 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
