1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 702 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 30. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 30 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 30 | Accord |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |