1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 632 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, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Accord |
Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 64 L |