1960 Austin 7 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 956 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 7 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 55 L |
