1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 135 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 1959 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1985 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 135 | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |