1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Insight weights approximately 86 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Insight, 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, 2001 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 2001 Honda Insight | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Insight |
Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |