1950 Austin A135 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 538 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
Because 1950 Austin A135 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 1950 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A135 | Accord |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2725 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |