1949 Austin 16 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 176 kg more than 1949 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 16 | Accord |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
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 | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |