1945 Austin 16 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 1945 Austin 16 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 1945 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, 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, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 16 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
