1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Honda Accord is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 Honda Accord.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1951 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 1997 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Accord |
Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
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 | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |