1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 58 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 466 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, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Accord (247 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Accord |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1496 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |