1949 Austin A 70 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 A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 70 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 1949 Austin A 70 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 A 70. 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:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 70 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
