1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 90 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Accord |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |