1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 47 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Accord |
Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 265 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |