1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 36 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 40 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Honda Today.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Austin A 40 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Today |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 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 | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
