1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 449 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 30 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 30 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 30 | Accord |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |