1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 40 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), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 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, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 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 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 55 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
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 | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
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 |