1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 116 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Accord |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
