1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 30 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 30 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |
