1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 71 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (161 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Accord |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |