1967 Riley Kestrel 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 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 643 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. 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 (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Riley Kestrel | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Riley | Honda |
| Model | Kestrel | Accord |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 65 L |
