1953 Austin A 110 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 781 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1953 Austin A 110 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 1953 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1953 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 1953 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 110 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
