1964 Austin A 99 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 99 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 99. 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, 1964 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1964 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 99 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 99 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
