1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1982 Honda Accord
To start off, 1982 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1982 Honda Accord.
Because 1959 Austin A 55 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 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Honda Accord (126 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1982 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 55 | 1982 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 55 | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 126 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |