1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 40 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Honda Today.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today, 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, 1959 Austin A 40 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Today |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |