1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 47 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 295 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 55 | Accord |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1417 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |