1962 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 90 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Accord |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |