1961 Austin 7 vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 860 kg more than 1961 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, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 7 | Accord |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |