1959 Austin 7 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 530 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 7 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
