1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1992 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1992 Honda Accord.
Because 1959 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 1992 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |