1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Honda CRX
To start off, 1994 Honda CRX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda CRX weights approximately 290 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1994 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 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 Doors | 4 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 | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
