1970 Austin 3 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 3 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 3 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Austin 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Austin 3 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 3 | Accord |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |