1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 1956 Austin A 95 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 1956 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1956 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 95 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 95 | Accord |
Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |