1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 105 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. 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 1948 Austin A 40. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Civic |
Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |