1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 134 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 40 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Accord |
Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 61 L |