1945 Austin 16 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 68 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 200 kg more than 1945 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 16 | Accord |
Year Released | 1945 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2725 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |