1945 Austin 16 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 710 kg more than 1945 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 16 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
