1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
Because 1954 Austin A 135 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 1954 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 135 | Accord |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1531 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |