There's a popular adage that says that "legends are not born, they're made." Well, 40 years ago today, a legend of the automotive industry was made. The first Honda Accord hit the market on June 30th, 1976 and it has been going strong practically ever since, and now, it's easily one of the most popular midsize sedans in America.
However, to truly understand the significance the Accord has had on the auto market and Honda as an automaker, you have to know a bit about their history. Prior to the Accord's debut, Honda was known primarily…