1959 Austin-Healey 3000 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-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 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-Healey 3000. 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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
Model | 3000 | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |