1957 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess.
Because 1957 Austin Princess 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 1957 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1957 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Princess | Accord |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |