1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 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 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 70 | Accord |
Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1198 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |