1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 603 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 40 | 1993 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Accord |
Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |