1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 43 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 796 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, 2010 Honda CR-V, 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, 2010 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 58 L |