1961 Austin A vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A weights approximately 215 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord.
Because 1961 Austin A 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 1961 Austin A. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Honda Accord (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A | Accord |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
