1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 50 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 341 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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 55 | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 234 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99 mm |
Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |