1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 34 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (131 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 182 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Accord (178 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 60 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
