1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 6 kg more than 1949 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin A 90 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 A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 1999 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Accord |
Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |