1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 37 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, 2004 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Z weights approximately 200 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 2004 Honda Z 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, 2004 Honda Z 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Z |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| 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 | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 35 L |
