1964 Austin A 90 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 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 492 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.

Because 1964 Austin A 90 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 90. 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1964 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Austin A 90 2006 Honda Accord
Make Austin Honda
Model A 90 Accord
Year Released 1964 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 2360 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 83.4 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 99 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1572 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 65 L