1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 678 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Because 1948 Austin A 110 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 1948 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1948 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 110 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 110 | Accord |
Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |