1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 518 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 30 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 30. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 30 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
