1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 36 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 175 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 55 | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |