1941 Cadillac 60 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 68 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,672 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 486 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 1941 Cadillac 60 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 1941 Cadillac 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Cadillac 60 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 60 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5672 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2630 mm |
