1961 Austin 7 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 48 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 851 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, 2009 Honda Accord (161 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 7 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
