1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Honda Integra
To start off, 1993 Honda Integra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Integra weights approximately 370 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Honda Integra (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 40 | 1993 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2560 mm |
