1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 458 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Austin A 55 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 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 55 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2741 mm |
