1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 52 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 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 203 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Accord |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 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 |