1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Honda Accord.
Because 1965 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 1965 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Accord. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 2000 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Accord |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |