1961 Austin 7 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 52 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 993 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 7 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
