1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Honda Accord
To start off, 1986 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,954 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Accord (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Accord weights approximately 315 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Austin A 40 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 1964 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Honda Accord (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 1986 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Accord |
Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |