1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 28 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 40 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 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
