1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 930 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier 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, 2002 Honda Avancier (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 61 L |
