1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 190 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1993 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Accord |
Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |