1953 Austin A 70 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 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 87 kg more than 2009 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, 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, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 70 | Accord |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 65 L |