1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 32 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 908 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, 1998 Honda Legend, 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend 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 | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 68 L |
