1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 56 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 354 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, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Accord |
Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |