1946 Austin 16 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 25 kg more than 1946 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Austin 16 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 1946 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 16 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
