1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1991 Honda Integra
To start off, 1991 Honda Integra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Integra weights approximately 370 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Integra, 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, 1991 Honda Integra (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 1991 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2560 mm |
