1949 Austin 16 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 181 kg more than 1949 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin 16. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 16 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 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 | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
