1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Honda Life
To start off, 1974 Honda Life is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 40 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda Life, 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, 1966 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 1974 Honda Life | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Life |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 61 L |
