1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 54 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 738 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 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 30 | Accord |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |