1967 Austin 1300 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 624 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 65 L |
