1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1993 Honda Prelude is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Prelude weights approximately 475 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Prelude, 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 Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1993 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
