1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 70 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
