1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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, 1993 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 60 kg more than 1956 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 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, 1993 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 1993 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 95 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
