1954 Austin A 55 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 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 55 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 (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 55.
Because 1954 Austin A 55 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 55. 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 (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 55 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 55 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
