1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1976 Honda Accord
To start off, 1976 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Honda Accord (80 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 60 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1976 Honda Accord.
Because 1962 Austin A 60 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 1962 Austin A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1976 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 60 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |
