1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 24 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 298 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. 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, 1990 Honda Concerto, 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, 1990 Honda Concerto (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 40 | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Concerto |
Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2560 mm |