1952 Austin A 30 vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 725 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 30 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 1952 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 30 | 1994 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 30 | Accord |
Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 198 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |