1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 55 | Accord |
Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |