1946 Austin 16 vs. 1983 Honda Accord
To start off, 1983 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 Honda Accord.
Because 1946 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 1946 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 1983 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 16 | Accord |
Year Released | 1946 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |