1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 146 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Accord |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2741 mm |
