1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 50 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 940 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, 2007 Honda Element, 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40. 2007 Honda Element 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. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Element |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
