1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 368 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 40 | 1985 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Accord |
Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |