1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 35 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 740 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 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda CR-V 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 | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 58 L |
