1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1986 Honda Accord
To start off, 1986 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 105 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 375 kg more than 1986 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1986 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Accord |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
