1978 Austin Princess vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, both 1978 Austin Princess and 1978 Honda Accord were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Princess weights approximately 270 kg more than 1978 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Princess | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Princess | Accord |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
