1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 53 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 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 1954 Austin A 30. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 30 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |
