1971 Austin 1800 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 1800 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
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, 1989 Honda Accord (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 1800 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 1800 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1131 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
