1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 44 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, 2003 Honda Accord (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 698 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord.
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, 2003 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 135 | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |