1962 Austin Princess vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (136 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
Because 1962 Austin Princess 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 Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1962 Austin Princess (251 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (184 Nm). This means 1962 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin Princess | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Princess | Accord |
Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 136 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 184 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2510 mm |