1947 Austin 16 vs. 2007 Honda Accord

To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 238 kg more than 1947 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.

Compare all specifications:

1947 Austin 16 2007 Honda Accord
Make Austin Honda
Model 16 Accord
Year Released 1947 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2200 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.4 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 111.1 mm 99 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 6.8:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1518 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 65 L


 

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