1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 50 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 618 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 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Accord |
Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |