1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Honda Accord
To start off, 1988 Honda Accord is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Accord weights approximately 85 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 40 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 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1988 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Accord |
Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |