1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 90 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Because 1955 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1955 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 90 | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 90 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |
