1951 Austin A vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 792 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A | Accord |
Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |