1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Honda CRX
To start off, 1997 Honda CRX is newer by 37 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CRX weights approximately 290 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, 1997 Honda CRX, 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, 1997 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda CRX 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 | 1997 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 45 L |
