1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 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 (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 458 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Austin A 55 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 1961 Austin A 55. 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 (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 55 | Accord |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |