1964 Austin Princess 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 Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1105 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 Princess. 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 Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Princess | Accord |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
