1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 33 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 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 47 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Life weights approximately 30 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life 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, 1967 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 2000 Honda Life | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Life |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
