1949 Austin 16 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 57 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 16 | Accord |
Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
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 | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |