1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 42 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1230 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, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Accord |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 65 L |