1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin 1800 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 1800 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
