1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 210 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Austin A 55 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 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX, 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 55 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |